All-on-4 Dental Implants Delray Beach
Quickly & Seamlessly Restore Your Smile
The purpose of dental implants is to replace the roots of lost teeth. But what if you have lost a full arch of teeth? Does that mean you need an implant to replace each one individually? No, not necessarily. In fact, with the innovative All-on-4 method, Dr. Dadaciu and our Delray Beach team may be able to replace all of your upper or lower teeth with just four implants. Even better, the main portion of the treatment takes place in just a single day! Continue reading below to learn more about how this treatment may be able to quickly and seamlessly restore your smile, or contact us directly to request a consultation.
How Do All-on-4 Dental Implants Work?
During the All-on-4 surgery, we aim to accomplish three things: We remove any remaining natural teeth, place the dental implants, and then attach a temporary denture to them. That is right — you could arrive at our office with an incomplete smile and leave with a whole new look! Because All-on-4 is so streamlined, it is sometimes called Teeth in a Day.
All-on-4 is effective because of the strategic placement of the implants. Two go toward the front of the jawbone, and two go toward the back at a 45-degree angle. This approach utilizes areas of the bone that are naturally strong and thick. Therefore, the implants are able to support dentures right away. Plus, the All-on-4 method often avoids the need for a bone graft.
Am I a Candidate for All-on-4 Dental Implants?
You might be a suitable candidate for All-on-4 dental implants if:
- You have lost all or most of your teeth throughout one of your dental arches.
- Your natural teeth are in very poor condition.
- You are free of active gum disease and other oral health conditions that might compromise your dental implants.
- You are healthy enough to undergo minor surgery.
- You have good habits that will support the long-term success of your new smile.
If you are not sure whether you qualify for All-on-4, visit us for a consultation. Most adults can get this procedure, either right away or after some preliminary care.
Benefits of All-on-4 Dental Implants
All-on-4 dental implants offer some remarkable benefits:
- Restored chewing ability: All-on-4 dental implants provide a stable foundation for dentures, allowing you to comfortably enjoy a wide variety of foods, including items that are off-limits with traditional dentures.
- Natural look and feel: With All-on-4, the prosthetic teeth are securely anchored in the mouth, resulting in a smile that looks and feels remarkably natural.
- Bone preservation: By placing implants in the jaw, the All-on-4 technique helps stimulate bone tissue, which reduces the risk of bone loss.
- Long-term durability: All-on-4 implants are designed for lasting stability; they have the potential to endure for decades!
- Improved confidence: All-on-4 not only restores oral function but can also enhance your appearance. You may feel much more confident in social situations!
All-on-4 vs. Traditional Dental Implants
There are some significant differences between traditional dental implants and All-on-4:
- Treatment timeline: All-on-4 is faster overall than traditional dental implants.
- Number of surgeries: All-on-4 typically requires just one surgical appointment, whereas traditional implants often involve several surgeries, including bone grafting, dental implant placement, and abutment placement.
- Number of teeth replaced: All-on-4 is designed to replace a full arch of teeth with only four implants, whereas traditional implants can replace any number of missing teeth.
- Prosthetic stability: In some cases, traditional dental implants can provide greater stability than All-on-4 due to the use of more supportive posts in the jawbone.